5 Takeaways From Trump’s Address to Top Military Leaders

The president leveraged the meeting as his chance to trumpet his domestic and foreign policy moves.

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Trump Administration Defunds Federal Watchdog Office

Two senators called for “immediate action” to release money the White House blocked for the federal office that oversees dozens of inspectors general.

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Trump Says a Deal Is Close With Harvard

The agreement, if finalized, would follow months of grappling over federal dollars as the Trump administration seeks to cow the university.

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Earthquake in Philippines Kills at Least 20, Officials Say

The 6.9-magnitude earthquake shook the province of Cebu, home to 3.2 million people, just before 10 p.m. local time.

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U.N. Security Council Approves Larger Security Force to Fight Gangs in Haiti

The vote on Tuesday would establish a force of up to 5,500 soldiers and police officers. It was unclear what countries were willing to contribute personnel.

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Trump’s Gaza Plan: What We Know

It would end the war and secure the release of all hostages. Hamas would give up its arms and its power, while a transitional government is set up. Hamas has not agreed and the terms will be hard for it to swallow.

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N.Y.C. Subway and Bus Fares Will Rise to $3 in January

The increase, up from $2.90, will take effect after the city’s transit system ends sales of the MetroCard. Other fares and tolls will also rise.

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Proposal for Casino Near Citi Field Moves Forward in Bid for License

The Hard Rock at Metropolitan Park is the fourth and final entrant to advance. Up to three licenses will be awarded by the end of the year.

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Trump Is Still Unpopular in Our Poll. Why Aren’t Democrats Doing Better?

“Disapproval” of the president does not necessarily translate into support for the opposition.

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